Why Your Company Must Consider Cloud Computing

March 19, 2012
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Businesses of all types, from start-ups to large enterprises, can benefit from cloud computing. Cloud computing keeps start up expenses low by eliminating the need for expensive servers, software and full-time IT professionals. A monthly fee may be charged to receive access to state-of-the-art servers and applications. Experienced IT professionals are also included in the [...]

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The Top Cities For Tech Jobs In 2012

March 7, 2012
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Landing a great tech job is a combination of multiple factors. Employees need to have the right combination of skills and location in order to be successful in their job hunt. For most candidates, it’s easy to develop the right skills for jobs they want. QuickCert.com, for example, offers certifications in nearly every category of [...]

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Red Hot: Cisco CCNA Voice Certification

February 28, 2012
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Computer networks are everywhere, whether it is a single computer in the home connecting to the Internet, a laptop in a cafe or multi-site corporations connected with virtual private networks, cloud services and high bandwith web and mail servers. As a result of the widespread use of computer networks, a high demand for computer network [...]

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CompTIA Strata: A Solid IT Foundation

February 23, 2012
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The CompTIA Strata IT Fundamentals Certification provides a solid foundation to expand into other areas of Information Technology. The CompTIA examinations measure the individual’s basic knowledge of computers and IT technology, such as setting up a workstation, installing software onto a PC, setting up basic security on a PC, and an understanding of basic IT [...]

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Is A+ Certification Still A Gateway To IT?

February 21, 2012
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The field of IT is constantly evolving, and with the rapid introduction of new technologies, IT workers must be held to a standard for introductory positions. A+ certification, although currently under scrutiny, is the bedrock for entry-level IT professionals. Understandably, A+ might be slightly outdated and lacks the depth that certain IT positions require, but [...]

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Dominate A Salary Negotiation Like A Pro

February 7, 2012
A salary negotiation is often like a tug of war

In discussing tips for negotiating your salary requirements with a new company, or even negotiating a raise, think of this in two phases: one, general preparation; and, two, salary negotiation. Through proper general preparation for an interview or for a word with a senior member of staff, you will be much more confident and persuasive. [...]

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Certification Choices For Microsoft Sharepoint Professionals

February 2, 2012

Microsoft SharePoint is a content management platform and an information sharing portal that is utilized in the enterprise environment. SharePoint allows administrative users to assign access controls over various content including documents, folders and sites. SharePoint also supports and interacts with other Microsoft products, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. For example, SharePoint lists [...]

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IT Salary Trends For 2012

January 27, 2012
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In spite of the Great Recession, information technology salaries have remained steady or increased, according to a salary survey sponsored by Computer Economics. One reason for the seemingly Teflon-coated IT salaries is that unlike many industries, IT managers struggle to find employees with the complex skills necessary to perform high-level programming, data analysis and other [...]

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Top IT Certifications For 2012

December 8, 2011
Top IT Certifications 2012

As difficult as the economy is for people looking for a job, one thing that every industry will always need is an IT professional. As long as technology is a major component of companies operations, someone will be needed to maintain and upgrade the various computer hardware and software systems used by business. Finding the [...]

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Preparing For Your CCNA Certification

October 31, 2011
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CCNA is a certification acquired by passing a 90 minute written test. Some of the topics included in the test are; LAN design, WAN design, routers, OSPF, RIP, EIGRP, VLAN, WLAN and network and management security. There are no prerequisites although there are many training programs that you can enter and materials you can use [...]

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